Medication Aide

Five Star Senior Living
Raleigh, NC
Full-time

Work With Purpose

At Five Star Senior Living, our people are the critical link to those we serve, and it is their vitality, energy, and caring nature that allows us to fulfill our mission of enriching and inspiring the journey of life.

In addition to nurturing and advancing the lives of our residents, our team members enjoy meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth, within a supportive culture centered around advancing their lives, as well.

The Opportunity

The Certified Caregiver position provides support for our community’s residents with the essential day-to-day tasks they can no longer perform or need help with.

Certified Caregivers are responsible for administering daily medications. Duties include monitoring residents, reporting changes, and collecting samples.

The ideal Certified Caregiver will be detail oriented, possess knowledge of resident care procedures and have excellent communication skills.

What You’ll Do

ESSENTIAL DUTIES :

  • Deliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to residents.
  • Record medication dosages and times.
  • Observe residents and document changes in their condition.
  • Gather samples for analysis.
  • Ensure equipment is routinely inspected and cleaned.
  • Uphold all health and safety standards.
  • Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others
  • Coordinate with different nurses to assist with resident care and medications.
  • Follow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications.
  • Respond to resident emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify residents needs.
  • Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare
  • Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficient
  • Responsibilities include customer service, administering medication, caregiving, resident safety and communication.

What You’ll Bring

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Successful completion of a state approved Medication Aide course and is approved to assist with or administer oral and external medications, per State regulations.
  • Must demonstrate competency to perform medication administration in accordance with state regulations.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, although mandatory in certain states.
  • Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old, or the age required by state regulations, whichever is higher.
  • Working experience alone, on a team, and on projects start to finish
  • Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills
  • Dedication to the medical field, especially towards working with the residents
  • Must pass State and company background checks and drug test.
  • Take Vital signs
  • Assisting resident with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Medication supervision (within the scope of the state regulations)
  • Read, write, speak and understand the English language.
  • 30+ days ago
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